Service Technician - Field

Brandt; Saguenay; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Continuous learning

Advancement opportunities

Benefits coverage

RRSP matching

Job summary

Brandt is seeking a Field Service Technician at our Chicoutimi Construction and Forestry location. You will repair and maintain construction and forestry equipment in a shop setting and perform diagnostics to minimize downtime.

The role requires 3 years of relevant experience and knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, with strong diagnostic and communication skills. Brandt offers competitive wages, benefits, training, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ relevant experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Computer and technical aptitude and knowledge for diagnostics and calibration work.
• Diagnostic skills to understand mechanical and technical equipment repair needs.
• Strong time management skills to perform under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Commitment to high quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Operate within budgets and approvals established by the Service Manager.
• Maintain high levels of productivity, efficiency, and gross margin to contribute to branch goals.
• Achieve and uphold a quality of work metric of 98%, ensuring work is completed correctly the first time to minimize rework and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Perform basic to complex diagnostics on power equipment to accurately identify repair needs and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose, disassemble, assemble, and repair mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems to restore optimal equipment performance.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks such as fluid and filter changes, battery testing, brake system adjustments, and lubrication.
• Execute advanced mechanical repairs, including engine and transmission diagnosis, repair, or replacement, to resolve complex issues.
• Maintain current product knowledge and ensure safe, clean, and well-organized work areas.
• Mentor and oversee apprentices to support their professional growth.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostics

Calibration

Time management

Communication

Customer service

Technical aptitude

Job description

• Full-Time

Description

Brandt is currently seeking a Field Service Technician for our Chicoutimi Construction and Forestry location.

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry based equipment and attachments in a shop environment.

Who We Are

Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.

For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that we’re at our best.

Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.

That’s Powerful Value, Delivered.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Operate within budgets and approvalsestablishedby the Service Manager.
• Maintainhigh levelsof productivity, efficiency, and gross margin to contribute positively to branch goals.
• Achieve and uphold a quality of work metric of 98%, ensuring work is completed correctly the first time to minimize rework and enhance customer satisfaction.

Diagnostic and Repair Services

• Perform basic to complex diagnostics on power equipment to accuratelyidentifyrepair needs and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose, disassemble, assemble, and repair mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems to restoreoptimalequipment performance.
• Conduct customer, manufacturer, and government-mandated inspections to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks such as fluid and filter changes, battery testing, brake system adjustments, and lubrication to prolong equipment life.
• Execute advanced mechanical repairs, including engine and transmission diagnosis, repair, or replacement, to resolve complex issues.

Work Systems and Procedures

• Maintain current product knowledge specific to equipment and industry standards relevant to the branch location.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area to ensure efficiency and safety.
• Follow all safety rules and Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) standards.
• Ensure compliance with proper procedures for hazardous waste disposal.
• Work within guidelines set by managers to ensure consistent and quality service delivery.
• Perform all service tasks assigned by the Service Manager or Service Department Foreman.
• Participate in required training programs, including industry-specific technology training.
• Maintain and care for departmental tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Mentor and oversee apprentices to support their professional growth.

Other duties as assigned.

What We Look For

• 3 years’ relevant experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Possess computer and technical aptitude and knowledge for diagnostics and calibration work.
• Possess diagnostic skills to understand mechanical and technical equipment repair needs.
• Possess strong time management skills to perform under pressure.
• Possess strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Posses a commitment to high quality customer service.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: we offer competitive wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental, insurances, and more to support your and your family’s wellbeing.
• Retirement savings programs: Company matching pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.

When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It’s as simple as that.